Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Debt Will Continue to Rise Under Trump Budget: CBO
By Melanie WaddellThe Trump plan would extend expiring tax provisions and alter the federal student loan program.
May 25, 2018
10 Best States for Military Retirees: 2018These states rank high for economic environment, quality of life and health care.
May 24, 2018
ESG Investing Is Missing From Most US Retirement Plans: GAOThe GAO recommended that the Labor Department provide clearer guidance.
May 24, 2018
What Will Be Advisors' Greatest Challenge This Year?Advisors' skills — both emotional and analytical — are going to be in high demand this year, Natixis says.
May 23, 2018
Fed Board to Meet Next Week to Propose Overhaul of Volcker RuleThe rule bans banks from trading purely for their own benefit.
May 23, 2018
12 Best & Worst Broker-Dealers: Q1 Earnings, 2018The equity markets had a weak first quarter, but broker-dealers and banks generally reported strong financial returns.
May 23, 2018
Critics Blast Dodd-Frank Rollback BillOpponents of the bill, expected to be signed soon, worry it could trigger another financial crisis.
May 23, 2018
Gundlach: Oil to Go Higher, Dollar to WeakenDoubleLine's Bond King also described his bullish view on commodities during a webcast Tuesday